Garages have become a mixed bag for additional items. Boxes of Christmas decorations and seasonal gear you’re not ready to part with can clutter the area. If you plan to use the area as a workshop for your hobbies, tools and supplies can quickly clutter the space. Custom garage cabinets can help you bring some order back to your workspace.
Customizing your space
The beauty of custom garage cabinets is that the design adapts not only to your space but also to your needs. If you enjoy working with wood or metal, you’ll need some kind of bench that blends in nicely with cabinets. This allows you to have your surface area while keeping all your items within easy reach. A pegboard hangs below the upper cabinets and above the work space.
In some cases, you may not need an artboard. Instead, you need a place to hang garden tools, bikes, and sports equipment. Floor-to-ceiling pegboards give you the flexibility to organize your tools and sports equipment however you see fit.
Quality
You can get custom storage systems on almost any budget. It all depends on the materials and the size of the overall system. It is not a quick process, and it can take several days for the manufacturer to complete and install each part.
Although you may have to wait, what you get in return is quality you can’t find in a big box store. Some stores market these systems as garage cabinets. However, it is better to use these materials in home cabinets. The design is not for the daily climates found in most garages. They wear out easily and need to be replaced in a few months or a few years.
Storage systems designed for your space use stronger material and seal it with a powder coating that makes it resistant to UV light, dents, scratches and stains. The design lasts for years, even when you use it daily.
Wood or Metal
Garage cabinets come in wood or metal. Both substances have their benefits and drawbacks. The one you choose will ultimately depend on your needs, budget and tastes.
With wood, you have the advantage of more sizes and shapes than with metal. You also have a wider variety of powder coat colors to choose from. Most of these systems use medium-density fiberboard (MDF), which is strong and dense. Its use creates a lasting unit. What you should look for is a system that has a protective finish. Those without this finish will not last as long and are not as durable in areas that are not temperature controlled.
Metal, on the other hand, does not have to reside in a temperature-controlled environment. The design is for use in extreme conditions. Higher grade systems often come with a rust resistant finish. They also do not warp when exposed to water or intense heat. You can choose from aluminum, medium grade steel, and high grade steel. Aluminum design is for trailer use; however, it is popular in garages due to its rust resistance and durability. It is soft and can be easily dented.
Medium grade steel is the most popular type found in big box stores. While more durable than aluminum, the doors are still prone to dents and dings.
High quality steel offers you the best quality. The doors are less likely to dent and come with double wall steel construction. Unfortunately, these units are very expensive.
Garage cabinets are a great way to keep order. The variety and flexibility give you many options to choose from.
